Ancef 1000 Mg Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Ancef Information

Ancef, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Suspension, Injection. Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Ancef has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Ancef is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ancef as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ancef are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Ancef's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Ancef related warnings talks about Ancef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Ancef since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Ancef have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Ancef may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Ancef is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Ancef Benefits & Uses
Ancef Dosage & How to Take
Ancef Side Effects
Ancef Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Ancef with Other Drugs
Ancef Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Ancef
Ancef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Ancef Benefits & Uses

Ancef is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Gonorrhea
Meningitis
Ear Infection
Blood Infection
Lyme disease

Other Benefits

Ancef Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Meningitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Ancef Related Warnings

Is the use of Ancef safe for pregnant women?

Ancef is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Ancef safe during breastfeeding?

Ancef may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Ancef on the Kidneys?

Ancef has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ancef on the Liver?

Ancef is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ancef on the Heart?

Ancef is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Ancef with Other Drugs

Ancef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Calcium

Calcium Carbonate

Leucovorin Calcium

Moderate

Cyclosporin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Warfarin

Amikacin

Ancef Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ancef unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Jaundice
Sexually transmitted diseases
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy
Syphilis

Frequently asked Questions about Ancef

Is this Ancef habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Ancef.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Ancef. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Ancef only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Ancef is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Ancef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ancef

You can take Ancef with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ancef

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Ancef with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Ancef

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Ancef cause hemolytic anemia?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Occasionally Ancef can cause a drug to induce hemolytic anemia (abnormal Red blood cell breakdown). However, if your blood reports are showing abnormal hemolytic anemia after taking this drug please discuss with your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Ancef cause diarrhea?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Ancef can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I buy Ancef over-the-counter?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No, you can not buy Ancef over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Ancef work?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Ancef works by inhibiting the growth of the bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Ancef for cough?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Ancef can be taken for cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. However, if cough gets severe and does not subside after taking this drug. Do consult a doctor for the right treatment.